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      Inside the Paul brothers’ feud, from Logan rapping about sex with Jake’s girlfriend to Floyd Mayweather diss

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      NOW they’re both boxers, their war of words seems fitting.
      YouTubers Logan and Jake Paul rarely see eye-to-eye – and would give the Gallagher brothers Noel and Liam a run for their money with their sibling rivalry.

      YouTuber Jake Paul rarely sees eye-to-eye with brother LoganCredit: Rex Features

      Logan Paul once claimed he slept with Jake’s ex-girlfriendCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Jake, 23, once claimed Logan, 25, slept with his ex-girlfriend Alyssa Violet, and the latter boasted, “she used to be your chick, now she’s on my team” in a music video.
      While Logan slammed Jake after he was arrested in a looting shame during a Black Lives Matter protest.
      Jake has also called his older brother a “fake fighter” and labelled his fight with Floyd Mayweather a joke.
      Even the pair’s fans are at war with one another online – taking sides as ‘Jake Paulers’ or members of the ‘Logang’.

      BEDROOM SECRETS
      Jake and stunning Alissa Violet were the glamour couple of the internet.
      However, one day he kicked the blonde beauty out of the Team 10 mansion and their romance was over.
      Both stars accused each other of cheating, while Alissa said Jake had physically and mentally abused her, which he denied.
      And in a now deleted tweet, Jake accused Alissa of sleeping with Logan.

      He wrote: “Yeah… and this time Im not being silent… Alissa f***** my brother… that’s why i kicker her out… oopsie I just told them the truth… Im done being the “bad guy”.

      Stunning Alissa Violet was at the centre of both the brothers’ affectionsCredit: Instagram @alissaviolet

      Jake kicked Alissa Violet out of the Team 10 mansion and accused her of having sex with LoganCredit: Instagram @alissaviolet

      Logan Paul later added fuel to the fire in diss track ‘The Fall of Jake Paul’Credit: YouTube

      Later Logan added fuel to the fire in diss track ‘The Fall of Jake Paul’ rapping, ‘Uh-oh that’s Alissa Violet, used to be your chick. Now she in the Logang and you know she on my…’ as she stands next to him in the music video.
      Instead of saying, ‘d***’, the pair point to his genitals before Logan sings ‘team’ with a wry smile to camera.
      ‘I LOVE HIM, BUT I DON’T ALWAYS LIKE HIM’
      Last summer, Jake made headlines when he filmed looters robbing a shopping centre in Arizona following a George Floyd protest.
      He was arrested and his home was later raided by the FBI, until he was finally cleared of any wrongdoing.
      But Logan was scathing of his brother’s actions – in particular, for putting himself in that position.
      “To be honest, this one is so f****** hard for me because I love the kid. I love him, but I don’t always like him. He’s my brother, he’s my family, he’s my blood.
      “Sometimes I do not understand why he does the things he does as I’m sure he feels about me from time to time.
      “Why he was inside of a mall that was being looted, I have no idea. I talked to him on the phone, he was at a dinner that was next to the mall.
      “It was very unfortunate but very on-brand for Jake Paul to magically be seen at a looting site.”

      Jake Paul was arrested after filming looters in a shopping centre in Arizona

      Logan has admitted he and Jake have a love/hate relationshipCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Logan condemned his brother for filming looters during a George Floyd protestCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Logan continued: “Here’s what I will say, and I feel like this goes without saying.
      “While I condemn that he was at a looting site and stuck around long enough for videos to be taken to make it look like he was kinda hanging out, you are a f****** moron if you think my brother was actively participating in looting.”
      ‘FAKE FIGHTER’
      On February 20, Logan will face off against Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition bout.
      Jake, who is 2-0 in his professional boxing record and recently knocked out NBA legend Nate Robinson, has been critical of his brother’s career.
      He believes Logan has bitten off more than he can chew by taking on the ‘Money Man’.
      “My brother’s f*****,” he told TMZ Sports.
      “It’s bad for the sport. I think it’s just for clout. My brother’s a fake fighter. I’m the real fighter.”

      How Logan Paul and little brother Jake compare

      Logan Paul is taking on Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition bout on February 20Credit: Instagram @fanmio

      Jake Paul has said his brother’s fight against Floyd Mayweather is ‘bad for the sport’

      Logan has challenged Jake to a fight

      Logan has since challenged his little brother to prove who is the superior boxer.
      Logan said on his YouTube channel: “I fully support Jake whatever drama he wants to stir or create, it really doesn’t bother me.
      “Like, ‘Oh, you’re a fake boxer.’ Okay. Let’s box, because Jake is the kid that gets beat up by my sparring partners. That’s that kid.”

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      Guardiola v Mourinho: Pep has more wins but Jose loves a final as Man City face Spurs in Carabao Cup showdown

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      JOSE MOURINHO and his great rival Pep Guardiola will go head-to-head AGAIN in a final, as Spurs and Manchester City booked their place at Wembley in the Carabao Cup.
      City saw off neighbours Manchester United with a convincing 2-0 win at Old Trafford on Wednesday.

      Jose Mourinho has led Spurs to the Carabao Cup finalCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      He will face off against his rival Pep Guardiola and Man CityCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      While Spurs were too good for a plucky Brentford side a day earlier, winning by the same scoreline thanks to goals from Moussa Sissoko and Son Heung-min.
      And that means Pep and Jose will renew hostilities once again in a cup final.
      The pair have met in a cup final before – in Spain in the Copa del Rey in 2011, when Mourinho emerged victorious thanks to a Cristiano Ronaldo header in extra-time.
      All in all, the pair have met 24 times – with Pep winning 11 encounters, Jose seven, and six draws.

      Here are their most memorable encounters.
      INTER 0-0 BARCELONA, 2009
      The first time these two giants of the game met was in a fascinating match in the Champions League group stages in September, 2009.
      Mourinho’s pragmatic style against Guadiola’s more attacking philosophy was evident from the start, with the Special One setting his stall out not to lose.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic missed the best chance of the game for Barca as it finished even.

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      Mourinho instructs his players in his first encounter with GuardiolaCredit: Reuters
      INTER 3-1 BARCA, 2010
      A year later and the stage was bigger – the Champions League semi-final, no less.
      Barcelona led early from a Pedro goal, and threatened to end the tie in the first leg at the San Siro.
      But Inter rallied and picked the Catalans off on the break with goals from Wesley Sneijder, Maicon and Diego Milito to take a lead for a challenging second leg at the Camp Nou.
      BARCA 1-0 INTER, 2010
      Mourinho’s Inter provided a defensive masterclass to keep Barcelona down to just one goal in the second leg of this epic semi-final.
      And their task was made even harder when Thiago Motta was sent off with still over an hour to play.
      A late goal by Gerard Pique with six minutes to spare spurred a Barca onslaught.

      Mourinho and Guardiola locked horns in their first Champions League semi with Inter and Barcelona respectivelyCredit: Reuters

      Mourinho celebrates on the pitch at the Camp NouCredit: AP:Associated Press
      And they thought they’d won the game when Bojan fired into the roof of the net in injury time, only for the referee to disallow the goal for a Yaya Toure handball in the build-up.
      Mourinho wasn’t going to let the sprinklers being turned on as his players celebrated on the pitch dampen his spirits either – later calling the moment his “most beautiful defeat”.
      BARCA 5-0 REAL MADRID, 2010
      Pep wanted revenge. And he got it in the most spectacular way.
      Champions League winner Jose was hired in 2010 by Real Madrid to end Barcelona’s domestic domination.
      But his tenure got off to the worst possible start with a 5-0 thrashing as Guardiola’s side ruthlessly tore their bitter enemies to shreds in their first La Liga clash.
      Mourinho has called it his worst defeat as a boss – and it is his biggest.

      Guardiola gives his team the thumbs up after they destroy Real Madrid 5-0Credit: Reuters
      REAL MADRID 0-2 BARCA, 2011
      The fierce rivals were pitted against each other in another Champions League semi.
      And as you can imagine, the animosity had hit fever pitch at this point – and clearly the players were feeling it to in this first leg.
      The game was marred by play-acting, and both Pepe and Mourinho were sent to the stands – with the latter being dismissed for sarcastically mouthing “well done” to the fourth official.
      But Lionel Messi rose above his contemporaries with two stunning goals that effectively put Barcelona through to the final.
      BARCA 3-2 REAL MADRID, 2011
      The first leg of their Spanish Super Cup tie ended in an entertaining 2-2 draw, so there was still all to play for at the Camp Nou.
      And it became a feisty affair when Marcelo went over the top on Cesc Fabregas.
      The players brawled, the Brazilian was sent off, as were David Villa and Mesut Ozil.
      Mourinho poked Guardiola’s assistant Tito Vilanova in the eye during the melee too, something which he later apologised for.

      The relationship between Guardiola and Mourinho was clearly frayed ahead of their Spanish Super Cup tieCredit: Action Images

      Mourinho got into hot water after poking Tito Vilanova in the eye Credit: Sky Sports
      BARCA 1-2 REAL MADRID, 2012
      Going into the game Barcelona were 55 games unbeaten at home.
      But a classic Mourinho smash and grab – with a late header from Cristiano Ronaldo – put Real seven points clear of their rivals in La Liga and set Los Blancos up to win the title that year.
      The loss was, reportedly, the catalyst for Guardiola taking a sabbatical.
      He recharged his batteries for a year in New York – and would come back fighting.
      MAN CITY 2-3 MAN UTD, 2018
      After a few drab Manchester derbies, Mourinho was fired up to get one over Pep.
      City raced to a 2-0 lead, as it looked like they would confirm their fifth league title.
      But an inspired Mourinho team talk rallied his team to fight back and win 3-2 at the Etihad and restore some pride.

      Chris Smalling celebrates a winner with Paul Pogba after United fought back to beat Manchester CityCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      SPURS 2-0 MAN CITY, 2020
      After his humbling departure at Manchester United, Mourinho has been on a mission to craft another title-winning side.

      And Spurs proved their credentials against Guardiola’s City earlier this season, allowing their rivals to dominate the ball before picking them off on the counter attack with goals from Son Heung-min and Giovani Lo Celso.
      Guardiola lamented Spurs’ defensive style after the game, explaining the difficulty his side had in breaking Tottenham down.
      Will history repeat itself in the Carabao Cup final?

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      Viki Varga is the stunning model girlfriend of ex-Southampton favourite Graziano Pelle who is linked with Prem return

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      VIKI VARGAa could be making a welcome return to the Premier League.
      The gorgeous Hungarian model used to light up St. Mary’s Stadium when her beau – former Saints star Graziano Pelle – led the Premier League side’s forward line.

      Viki Varga is the gorgeous Wag of Graziano PelleCredit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      Pelle has been linked with a move to West Ham

      Varga could be headed for a Premier League return

      And now Pelle has been linked with a sensational return to England with West Ham.
      But since 2016, Varga, 29, has played the part of supportive Wag while Pelle has been banging in the goals for Chinese Super League side Shandong Luneng – where he has scored 62 goals in 133 games.
      The pair upped sticks to Jinan, with the Italian striker offered an incredible £13.5m a year deal, and they’ve thrived in the Far East.
      In fact, Varga’s refused to take a back seat as her own career has continued to prosper.

      She is represented by Free Faces Management, Exte Management, Look Models and Fashion Models – meaning she scores tons of gigs, including many magazine cover shots.

      Over Christmas Varga spent time in Maldives with Pelle

      Varga is an internationally renowned modelCredit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      She’s originally from HungaryCredit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      Varga is believed to have made around £1m during her modelling careerCredit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      Whether it’s sexy lingerie or swimwear she’s showing off, or a high-brow fashion range, Varga is happy to show off her long legs – most recently spending the Christmas holidays in Maldives.
      In recent years, Varga has made the move into acting – appearing in a small role in Son of Saul.
      The film is set in Auschwitz during World War II and won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2015.

      Pelle and Varga reportedly met in 2012, and have been inseparable ever since.
      Reports said they met on Facebook after Pelle came across her photos online and showered her with messages.

      Varga reportedly met Pelle in 2012Credit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      After seeing her pics on Facebook, Pelle showered her with messagesCredit: Instagram@vikyvarga

      And looking at Varga’s social media, it’s easy to see why he reached out to the stunner.
      On a daily basis, she shares sexy images to her adoring following on Instagram that encapsulate the life of a Wag perfectly.
      It’s no wonder then that she’s attracted over 515,000 followers who watch her every move.
      Here’s hoping she returns to our shores soon.

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      Brazil football plays on despite rising coronavirus cases, but it comes with costs like star who suffered thrombosis

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      If, as seems likely, coronavirus cases continue to rise then the Premier League will be forced into a decision.
      With recent games being called off, some at the last minute, there have been calls for a ‘circuit breaker,’ a temporary suspension of fixtures.

      Flamengo of Brazil were one of many Brazilian clubs hit by a coronavirus outbreak among their squadCredit: Reuters

      Incredibly, the Premier League has just announced 40 positive coronavirus cases – more than double the record as the new strain takes hold of the top-flight.
      Should the games go ahead, or should there be a pause?  When it comes down to it, what is the primary objective of the emergency regulations – to ensure the continuity of the competition or to protect the players?
      South America offers an example of how this dilemma has been handled. To the credit of the administrators there has been little or no fiddling about with attempts to get fans back into stadiums – even in Brazil, where President Bolsonaro and his Health Ministry have authorised grounds to contain 30 per cent of their capacity.
      Even so, games have been played behind closed doors. But they have been played.

      In Brazil there have been times when more than 18 players from the same team have tested positive – and the match has still gone ahead.
      In the Brazilian championship and in the Copa Libertadores, South America’s Champions League, measures have been taken to ensure that clubs never need to cancel.
      Squad sizes have been increased to 40 or 50, with junior players promoted to fill the gaps, heading off any justification that clubs are too short handed to go ahead with the game.
      Back in September, Flamengo of Brazil had a Covid eruption in their camp on a trip to Ecuador for two Libertadores games.

      Despite a Covid outbreak among their squad, Flamengo were forced to play games in the Copa Libertadores and Brazilian championshipCredit: Reuters
      The second, by which time the gravity of the situation was clear, took place in Guayaquil, a coastal city traumatised by its own coronavirus outbreak at the start of the pandemic.
      The local health authorities called the game off – but were over-ruled by pressure from above.
      The match went ahead – as did Flamengo’s next league game away to Palmeiras the following weekend, even though legal steps were taken in a bid to postpone it.
      They failed because the regulations in Brazil, to which the clubs signed up, have been designed with the aim of ensuring that the championship continues as planned.
      The fixture pile up is bad enough as it is, without having to rearrange matches called off because of Covid.
      But there are risks in this approach – well highlighted by the tale of Santos striker Raniel.

      Fans are still banned from attending games in Brazil because of the pandemicCredit: AFP or licensors

      Raniel suffered thrombosis and had to have an operation after a coronavirus diagnosis and flying soon after

      He was a victim of the club’s coronavirus outbreak in early September. As soon as he was given the all clear he was back in action – on a plane one week for a long flight to Ecuador, on a plane the following week for a shorter trip to Paraguay.
      A few days after returning he suffered a thrombosis and had to undergo an operation – at the age of 24.
      Covid has consequences, even on athletes at their physical peak – something the Premier League may have to think about.

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      Man Utd signing Amad Diallo boasts explosive pace, is called ‘kid’ by Pogba and scored on his debut within four minutes

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      DESCRIBED as a generational talent by the Italian media, Amad Diallo has Manchester United fans eagerly anticipating his arrival.
      The 18-year-old was signed by the Red Devils in October for a reported £37million fee, and is expected to link up with his team mates in the next coming days once a work permit is issued.

      Man Utd signing Amad Diallo is expected to link up with his team mates this weekCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Diallo shared a snap on Instagram on Monday jetting off on a private plane

      On Monday, he shared a snap on Instagram flying out on a private plane – and given his career progression so far that’s a life he will surely become accustomed to.
      Diallo only made his professional debut in 2019, when he came on as a sub for Atalanta in the 79th minute of their Serie A game against Udinese.
      But within four minutes his name was on the scoresheet and a buzz was generated.
      No wonder Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is purring at the thought of adding the exciting winger to a resurgent Red Devils squad that’s in title contention this year.

      OUT OF AFRICA
      Diallo was born in Abidjan in the Ivory Coast and moved to Italy at the age of 10.
      The family settled in a town near Parma, and at the suggestion of Fabrizio Gilioli, the father of ex-Modena player Cris Gilioli (currently a coach at US Sassuolo) Diallo and his brother Hamed would join local boys’ side Boca Barco.
      Both went on to trial at AS Lucchese after being spotted by former AC Milan goalkeeper Giovanni Galli.
      But it was Amad who would be signed up professionally first in 2014.

      After impressing Atalanta youth coordinator Maurizio Costanzi at a tournament in which he was the youngest player, as well as top scorer, Diallo was invited to train with I Nerazzurri.

      New team mate Paul Pogba poses for a snap with a young Diallo in 2015

      Diallo joined Atalanta’s youth set-up in 2014Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      AS Sassuolo star Hamed Junior Traore is Diallo’s brotherCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Diallo’s official Instagram page contains a photo of the winger with Pogba who was at Juventus in 2015.
      When the teenager’s transfer to United was confirmed, the French World Cup winner sent him the message “Welcome, kid” with a wink emoji.
      IMPRESSIVE FROM THE START
      Without his older brother Hamed (who signed for Empoli in 2015 and now plays for AS Sassuolo) to protect him, Diallo could have found his new surroundings daunting.
      Initially, he began life in the U14 championship in Italy, but was soon promoted to the U15 team.
      There, he led Atalanta Primavera into the Final Eight – a playoff tournament that pits the best U15 teams in Italy against one another.
      They faced off against Roma in the final, and it was no surprise who made the difference.
      Diallo starred and scored in a 2-0 win as Atalanta were victorious.

      Diallo rose through the ranks at Atalanta and starred at youth levelCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Italian media have labelled Diallo a generational talent
      FIRST TEAM CALL-UP
      More goals followed at youth level – 12 in 27 appearances in 2017-18 for the U17 team, then a season later six goals and six assists in the U19 championship – helping Atalanta win it.
      A star-turn at the Supercoppa Primavera – where he provided two assists in a 2-1 win over Fiorentina – convinced first team coaches he was ready for the bigger stage.
      Four days before Halloween in 2019, Diallo put the frighteners up Udinese.
      Coming on as a sub in the 79th minute, the wideman received the ball just past the halfway line and drove towards Udinese’s defence, who backed off in fear.
      He then unleashed a powerful low shot from the edge of the box that whistled into the back of the net. A star was born.

      Diallo made his debut in 2019 for the first team and scored within four minutesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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      Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eager to integrate Diallo into his first team plansCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      It’s no wonder Solskjaer is eager to link up with his new prodigy, and plans on throwing him in at the deep end.
      The Norwegian has called Diallo an “exciting prospect” and reportedly feels it would be a waste of time keeping him out of the limelight in youth football.
      Given his instant impact at senior level, could he be the final piece in the jigsaw needed to bring the Premier League crown back to Old Trafford? You wouldn’t bet against it. More

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      Jake Paul’s bad behaviour, from sharing explicit content on YouTube to rowing with Zayn Malik and getting arrested

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      JAKE PAUL isn’t afraid of courting controversy.
      The YouTube vlogger/boxer has already caused shockwaves in the sports world – slamming his brother Logan’s upcoming bout with Floyd Mayweather and calling out Conor McGregor for a fight, including (perhaps foolishly) dissing his missus.

      Jake Paul is not afraid of courting controversyCredit: Rex Features

      Vlogger turned boxer Paul has made a £8.5million fortune

      But that’s not even half of what the bad boy 23-year-old has done; also upsetting law enforcement, Zayn Malik, YouTube censors and the Mayor of Casablancas on his way to becoming an internet personality worth around £8.5million.
      It’s any wonder he’s quitting LA and selling his £5million ‘Team 10’ compound to focus on his boxing.
      Here’s just some of his bad boy misdemeanours…
      SEX SELLS
      Over the years, Paul’s filmed pranks have gone viral – some causing controversy.

      One particular incident violated YouTube’s strict age-restriction policies in a vlog titled ‘I lost my virginity’ back in 2018.
      The video featured an explicit thumbnail showing a semi-nude photo of Paul and his then-girlfriend Erika Costell on top of each other.
      YouTube clamped down on the clip and made it age-restricted, while Paul was also slammed for sharing inappropriate content with his young and impressionable audience.
      As a result, Paul was forced to change the thumbnail to a more PC image of him and Costell clothed and not touching each other.

      An explicit thumbnail from one of Paul’s vlogs caused controversy and was censored by YouTube

      The ‘I lost my virginity’ vlog in 2018 featured his ex-girlfriend Erika CostellCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      SHAM MARRIAGE
      Suspicious much?
      In January last year, Paul and fellow YouTuber Tana Mongeau were accused of faking a marriage for clicks.
      The apparent nuptials happened in 2019 and featured on their social media accounts, but the wedding wasn’t legally binding and never officially recorded.
      At the same time, Mongeau was also dating Miley Cyrus’s brother Noah.
      Paul and Mongeau’s relationship cooled in early 2020.

      Paul and Tana Mongeau were accused of faking a marriage for clicksCredit: Instagram@tanamongeau

      Mongeau was reportedly dating Miley Cyrus’s brother when she ‘married’ PaulCredit: Instagram@tanamongeau

      Tana has over 5 million subscribers on YouTubeCredit: Instagram@tanamongeau
      ZAYN
      The former One Direction star was left fuming by Paul in early 2000 after a blazing row in Las Vegas, Nevada.
      Malik and Paul were in town for the rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury and were both staying at the Westgate hotel, when an argument erupted.
      Their suites were opposite one another, and when Paul tried to talk to Malik – the ex-boy band singer reportedly responded rudely.
      An upset Paul took to Twitter to tell all. “Almost had to clap up Zane from 1 direction because he is a little guy and has an attitude and basically told me to f*** off for no reason when I was being nice to him.
      “Zane [I know] you’re reading this…stop being angry because u came home alone to your big ass hotel room hahaha.”
      Malik didn’t respond, but his supermodel girlfriend Gigi Hadid stepped in and defend her man.
      She replied: “Lol cause he doesn’t care to hang w you and your embarrassing crew of YouTube groupies…? Home alone with his best friends like a respectful king cause he has me, sweetie.”

      Former One Direction singer Zayn Malik had an altercation with PaulCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Paul blasted Malik online, until the singer’s girlfriend Gigi Hadid stepped in

      “Unbothered by your irrelevant ugly ass. Go to bed…”
      The next morning, a foggy Paul revealed he was drunk during the altercation.
      “Someone needs to take my phone when I’m drunk I’m a f***ing idiot”, he wrote.
      UNDER ARREST
      Back in May 2020, Paul and a group of pals went for dinner at a Chinese restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona near a shopping centre.
      Earlier they had been participating in the George Floyd protests, before grabbing a bite.
      The protestors made their way to Scottsdale Fashion Square, where some began looting the stores.
      Paul and his pals made their way through the shopping centre and began filming the looting, which drew criticism on social media.

      Paul was arrested for trespassing when he filmed protestors looting shops at a shopping centre in Scottsdale, Arizona

      Months later, the FBI raided Paul’s Calabasas homeCredit: ABC

      Paul was finally cleared of any wrongdoing earlier this yearCredit: KABC-TV
      “We filmed everything we saw in an effort to share our experience and bring more attention to the anger felt in every neighbourhood we traveled through; we were strictly documenting, not engaging,” he later said in an apology.
      Paul was charged with criminal trespass and unlawful assembly, both misdemeanour charges, for being in the shopping centre during the riot.
      Months later, the FBI raided his Calabasas home before the investigation was closed.
      DISTURBING THE PEACE
      Paul’s house parties are stuff of legend, according to guests. And the local authorities are never happy when they happen either.
      Back in 2017, it was reported that neighbours of a previous home in Beverly Glen were meeting with city council members and police officials about filing a class-action public nuisance lawsuit against Paul.
      That came after the social media star made his public address general knowledge and fans began to congregate outside, as well as multiples calls to cops regarding noise complaints and large gatherings.
      And he also upset the Mayor of Calabasas Alicia Weintraub, when he threw a large party at his mansion back in July – with dozen of people attending without wearing face covers and masks.

      Paul threw a summer party in his Calabasas home that caused controversy with no guests wearing masks

      Calabasas mayor Alicia Weintraub said Paul flaunted Covid-19 rules

      In the ring Paul recently knocked out Nate Robinson and is quitting LA to concentrate on his boxingCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Weintraub said: “They’re having this large party, no social distancing, no masks, it’s just a big huge disregard for everything that everybody is trying to do to get things back to functioning.
      “It’s really just a party acting like Covid does not exist, it’s acting that businesses aren’t closed”.
      Months later, in an interview with the Daily Beast, Paul called Covid-19 a “hoax” and said he believed “98 percent of news [about COVID-19] is fake”.

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      Karim Benzema drives a £6million car collection, including a new £2.5million Bugatti Chiron and £1.5million Veyron

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      HE’S a real petrol head…
      As one of the world’s leading forwards, Karim Benzema has made a packet out of the game.

      Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has an incredible car collectionCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      On Instagram Benzema happily shows off his famous cars

      So is it any wonder that he houses these sweet rides in his garage.
      The Real Madrid star drives a car collection worth an estimated £6million.
      Recently, he added a £2.5 Bugatti Chiron to his fleet, and he also has a very rare Bugatti Veyron worth £1.5million, as well as a Ferrari 458 Spider and many more cool cars.
      Feast your mince pieces on the 33-year-old French striker’s enviable motors.

      The new addition…
      Last week, Benzema showed off his latest cool whip – a £2.5million Bugatti Chiron – on Instagram.
      The hypercar absolutely trounces the already brilliant Veyron in terms of performance.
      It’s top speed is limited to 261 mph, while it’s capable of reaching 0-62 mph in just under 2.5 seconds and 186 mph in 13.6 seconds.
      It’s not just a hypercar, it’s a hyper hyper car.

      Suits you, sir! Benzema shows off his new £2.5m Bugatti Chiron
      His boy racer…

      In 2017, Karim Benzema showed off his limited edition Mercedes Benz-SLRCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      The Mercedes Benz-SLR goes from 0-60mph in only 3.5 secondsCredit: Handout
      Benzema’s Mercedes Benz-SLR sits pride and place in his garage, and so it should.
      Worth around £750k, it’s the special Stirling Moss edition version which can go from 0-60mph in just 3.5 seconds.

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      Karim showed off the motor in 2017 on his social media, shortly after crashing his Audi RS6.
      The show pony…

      Footballers like Karim Benzema love FerrariCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      The Ferrari 458 Spider costs around £200,000Credit: Alamy
      Footballers love Ferrari and Benzema is no different.
      He’s been seen regularly darting around the streets of Madrid in a class Ferrari 458 Spider, which has a value of around £200k.
      Other Ferrari 458 Spider drivers include Mesut Ozil, Frank Lampard and Theo Walcott.
      The company cars…

      As part of Real Madrid’s sponsorship deal with Audi, Karim Benzema can get his hands on any of their cars he wantsCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Benzema has been spotted in Audi’s RS6 Avant C7, which is worth £90,000Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      A keen Audi driver, Karim Benzema also owns a Q5Credit: Instagram, @karimbenzema
      Corporate sponsorship is a wonderful thing for a footballer.
      Especially if you play for Real Madrid and Audi want a piece of you.
      Thanks to their marketing geniuses, Benzema has been seen in two of their cars – their RS6 Avant C7 model worth around £90k.
      As well as their standard SUV, the Q5, that retails for a modest £40k.
      A true gentleman’s car…

      20Credit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      A Rolls Royce Wraith worth £250,000 sits pride and place in Karim Benzema’s garage

      Karim Benzema isn’t afraid of parking his backside on top of his Rolls RoyceCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema
      After all, you wouldn’t be a real millionaire without one, right?
      Benzema has the Wraith model, estimated at £250k, sitting pride of place in his Madrid mansion.
      He’s posted moody shots on social media of the beauty, which he hardly seems to drive.
      But he has parked his backside firmly on the car’s bonnet, which is surely sacrilegious.
      The statement car…

      The Lamborghini Gallardo is a firm favourite with footballers, including Karim BenzemaCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Able to reach a top speed of 202mph, Karim Benzema loves cruising around in his LamborghiniCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Karim Benzema can’t decide which car to drive to the supermercadoCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema
      Popping down to the shops in a red Lamborghini will get you noticed.
      And if it’s a super-speedy Gallardo model, you’ll be sure that Benzema is in and out of the supermercado in minutes.
      Wayne Rooney once had one, as did Robinho when he was at Manchester City.
      It can reach a top speed of 202mph and is Italian craftmanship at its finest.
      And the Sunday car…

      The Mercedes-AMG Classe G63 is worth around £140,000Credit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Karim Benzema added the G-Wagen to his car collection in 2017Credit: Instagram, @karimbenzema
      Well, if your Sunday car is worth £140k!
      Benzema rides a very well looked-after Mercedes-AMG Classe G63 on his downtime.

      Often nicknamed the G-Wagen, it’s a comfortable ride that’s been described as one of the best SUVs in the world by motor experts.
      It certainly tickles Karim’s fancy, who added it to his car collection in 2017.
      Another Bugatti…

      Only 450 Bugatti Veyron cars were made by the French car manufacturerCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Karim Benzema’s astonishing Bugatti Veyron is worth around £1.5 millionCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Living life in the fast lane, Karim Benzema’s Bugatti Veyron is fastCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Benzema’s Bugatti Veyron can reach a top speed of 267.86mphCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      Big-spender Karim Benzema drives a car collection worth around £6millionCredit: Instagram, @karimbenzema

      What will Benzema drive next?
      His first Bugatti purchase was the ridiculously super Bugatti Veyron.
      Worth £1.5 million, and one of those cars that’s a collectors’ item that grows in price, Benzema clearly loves the stylish supercar.
      It’s the fastest roadworthy car in existence, able to hit a top speed of 267.86mph. Only 450 were ever made. More

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      Chelsea wonderkid Faustino Anjorin idolises Lampard, was named after Asprilla and started in Champions League

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      FAUSTINO ANJORIN showed his prowess, when he made his European debut in the Champions League dead rubber against Krasnodar back on December 8.
      A midfield powerhouse – the 19-year-old box-to-box player grew up idolising current Blues manager Frank Lampard.

      Faustino Anjorin made his debut for Chelsea in the Carabao Cup against GrimsbyCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Anjorin can play as a classic No10 or in a deeper midfield roleCredit: Getty – Contributor

      And the attacking midfielder is so highly-rated in West London, he made his debut in the Carabao Cup tie against Grimsby Town last season.
      Frank Lampard, who has made it his mission to promote the youngsters from the academy, has faith in the raw talent, as does his assistant Jody Morris – and the pair have been impressed by Anjorin’s rapid rise since they arrived at the club.
      The youngster also has a knack for finding the back of the net, scoring crucial goals last season in the UEFA Youth League, Premier League 2 and in the EFL Trophy.
      He managed 11 goals in 27 games last season, before the coronavirus halted youth football.

      And his progress within the Blues academy has seen him compared to fellow graduate Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
      A NOD TO TINO ASPRILLA
      Anjorin was born in Poole to a Nigerian father and a English mum.
      Amazingly, he was named after the Colombian legend Faustino Asprilla who famously became the first player to score a hat trick against Barcelona in the Champions League when he was playing up front for Newcastle.

      Born in Poole, Anjorin was named after Faustino AsprillaCredit: Getty – Contributor
      By the age of seven Anjorin was scouted by Chelsea and invited to train in their youth set-up before officially joining at the age of nine.

      It was a dream come true for the boy, who idolised John Obi Mikel and Frank Lampard and wanted to play for the same club.
      DOWNED ARSENAL
      By the age of 16, Anjorin, who stands at an impressive 6ft 1 in, lifted the FA Youth Cup in 2018.
      Not only was he the youngest player in the Chelsea side that beat Arsenal 7-1 over two legs, his goal to end the rout was the icing on the cake.
      Internationally, Anjorin’s form has been equally as impressive as it has for his club, and the FA have high hopes for him.
      He has played for England at every junior level up to the Under-19’s, but without a full cap to his name there could be a tussle with Nigeria for his services in the future.

      Goalscoring is in Anjorin’s bloodCredit: Rex Features
      ATTRIBUTES
      Both-footed, Anjorin signed a five-year contract with the Blues in the summer – reportedly turning down interest from other Premier League clubs.
      Technically sound, despite his lanky frame, he is adept at running with the ball at pace and is strong in possession.
      And he’s got decent vision, often able to pick out the perfect pass for a forward to run on to.
      But it is his finishing that helps him stand out from the crowd.
      In fact, Jody Morris once revealed he was the “best finisher at the club”.
      His father Sheriff told Goal.com his son stood out from an early age – playing against boys aged six when he was just three.
      Sheriff said: “He was always the standout player, people knew him before he even knew how to spell his name.
      “He is a goalscoring midfielder in the Frank Lampard mould. Lampard was one of his idols, but so were Lionel Messi and Zinedine Zidane.
      “He has a high level of technical ability, great finishing quality and a great passing range.

      Frank Lampard and Jody Morris expect big things from AnjorinCredit: Getty – Contributor

      “We felt that the Chelsea environment was perfect for Tino. It has really stretched him.
      “The training has always been harder than the matches, he’s highly competitive and he just wants to get on the pitch and beat his opponent.”
      And he has his chance to impress, this time at the highest level of club football.

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